Hypertension is defined as a systolic pressure of at least ________ or a diastolic pressure of at least ________.

A. 80 mm Hg; 120 mm Hg
B. 120 mm Hg; 80 mm Hg
C. 140 mm Hg; 90 mm Hg
D. 90 mm Hg; 140 mm Hg


Answer: C

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